1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 753 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Monaco | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3429 mm |
